1983 BMW M6 vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1986 Lancia Delta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | M6 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
